741 releases issued in the specified time period for Natural Resources
Moose Draw Application Deadline Approaches
Natural Resources
May 23, 2003 8:50 AM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Moose Draw Application Deadline Approaches
The deadline for moose license applications in Nova Scotia is
fast approaching. The 1-900 line will officially close to
applicants at midnight on May 31.
Blanding's Turtle Habitat Protected
Natural Resources
May 21, 2003 1:11 PM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Blanding's Turtle Habitat Protected
More than 100 hectares of Blanding's turtle habitat is being
protected at McGowan Lake in the Region of Queens Municipality.
Bowater Mersey Paper Company Limited has established a new
conservation area under its unique areas program. The newly
protected area is on Bowater lands adjacent to the lake.
Operation Safe Start Begins May 17
Natural Resources
May 14, 2003 11:04 AM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Operation Safe Start Begins May 17
More than 100 police officers and enforcement staff from various
levels of government will help focus attention on conservation
and safe use of the province's natural resources this Victoria
Day weekend, May 17-19.
Provincial Parks Set to Open Victoria Day Weekend
Natural Resources
May 9, 2003 2:59 PM
Natural Resources--Provincial Parks Set to Open Victoria Day
Weekend
With summer and warmer weather on the way, Nova Scotia's
provincial parks are getting ready to open for the season.
Time To Consider Our Forests--Op-Ed Piece
Natural Resources
May 2, 2003 3:10 PM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Time To Consider Our Forests--Op-Ed Piece
by Tim Olive, Minister of Natural Resources
National Forest Week Activities in Nova Scotia
Natural Resources
May 1, 2003 2:13 PM
NATURAL RESOURCES--National Forest Week Activities in Nova Scotia
Nova Scotians can celebrate National Forest Week from May 4 to 10
by taking part in different events happening around the province.
This year's theme is "Canada's Forests, Source of Life."
Code of Forest Practice Framework Available for Review
Natural Resources
April 30, 2003 1:03 PM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Code of Forest Practice Framework Available
for Review
The first component of the province's Code of Forest Practice has
been completed. The document, entitled A Framework for the
Implementation of Sustainable Forest Management, is available for
public review and comment.
Wentworth Provincial Park to be Run by Private Operator
Natural Resources
April 23, 2003 8:02 AM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Wentworth Provincial Park to be Run by Private
Operator
Wentworth Provincial Park in Cumberland County will open for the
2003 camping season with a new operator. MacDonald Property
Management of Halifax Regional Municipality has been contracted
to operate the park.
Species at Risk Specialty Licence Plate
Natural Resources
April 7, 2003 2:07 PM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Species at Risk Specialty Licence Plate
Nova Scotians wanting to "drive home" the importance of
protecting endangered plants and animals can do just that.
Special licence plates recognizing species at risk are now
available for sale to vehicle owners, with proceeds going to the
province's Species at Risk Conservation Fund.
Woodlot Owners Invited to Seminar
Natural Resources
April 4, 2003 3:44 PM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Woodlot Owners Invited to Seminar
Woodlot owners manage one of Nova Scotia's greatest resources,
our forests. On April 12, Department of Natural Resources staff
will host a seminar on managing this valuable forest resource
wisely.
Strathlorne Nursery to Hire Additional Staff
Natural Resources
April 4, 2003 12:09 PM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Strathlorne Nursery to Hire Additional Staff
The Department of Natural Resources will be hiring an additional
11 casual staff for the 2003 growing season at the Strathlorne
Forest Nursery in Inverness County.
Fire Season Starts
Natural Resources
April 2, 2003 2:54 PM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Fire Season Starts
As of Tuesday, April 1, burning permits are required in the
counties of Queens, Shelburne, Yarmouth, Digby, Annapolis, Kings
and Lunenburg. Permits are required in all other counties
beginning April 15. Fire season continues through to Oct. 15.
Moose Draw Changes
Natural Resources
March 28, 2003 10:58 AM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Moose Draw Changes
Prospective moose hunters will see some changes in the Nova
Scotia moose hunting season this fall.
Changes to Forestry Regulations Proposed
Natural Resources
March 6, 2003 1:05 PM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Changes to Forestry Regulations Proposed
Changes are being proposed to two sets of forestry regulations
that oversee the commercial buying and selling of wood. Natural
Resources Minister Tim Olive announced today, March 6, that the
department is seeking public comment on the proposed changes.
2002 Hunting Season Results
Natural Resources
February 14, 2003 9:35 AM
NATURAL RESOURCES--2002 Hunting Season Results
Nova Scotia hunters harvested fewer deer in 2002, compared to the
year before.
Hunter Education Instructor of the Year
Natural Resources
February 7, 2003 9:37 AM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Hunter Education Instructor of the Year
A Yarmouth County man has been named the 2002 Hunter Education
Instructor of the Year. Dave Watson of Tusket, a member of
Yarmouth's Scotia Sporstmen Club, was named the title winner by
the Department of Natural Resources today, Feb. 7.
Shubenacadie Sam to Make Annual Weather Prediction
Natural Resources
January 31, 2003 10:50 AM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Shubenacadie Sam to Make Annual Weather
Prediction
Move over Wiarton Willie, and pack your bags Punxsutawney Phil.
This Sunday, Feb. 2, Shubenacadie Sam will be predicting the
weather.
Nominations Sought for 2003 Woodlot Owner of the Year
Natural Resources
January 10, 2003 11:26 AM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Nominations Sought for 2003 Woodlot Owner of
the Year
It is now easier to nominate owners of private woodlots in Nova
Scotia for the Woodlot Owner of the Year award. Online
applications are available for those wishing to recognize woodlot
owners for their outstanding stewardship and good management.
Province Acquires Dunns Beach
Natural Resources
December 17, 2002 10:01 AM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Province Acquires Dunns Beach
The province has acquired 16 hectares (41 acres) of pristine
coastline in Antigonish County. Angus MacIsaac, Minister of
Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations, made the
announcement in Antigonish today, Dec. 17, on behalf of Natural
Resources Minister Tim Olive.
Province Extends Agreement with Nature Conservancy
Natural Resources
December 5, 2002 1:03 PM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Province Extends Agreement with Nature
Conservancy
The Nova Scotia government has approved an extension to the
Nature Conservancy of Canada's Campaign for Conservation
agreement.